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Posted: 1/17/2020 10:07:10 AM EDT
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Can you put a link to a map. For us out of towners Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Updated the OP with 1st hike info. Here it is below as well. Date: February 1st Time: 11am Location: South Mountain Pima Canyon Trailhead |
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Posted: 1/17/2020 10:07:31 AM EDT
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4500 E Pima Canyon Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85044 Is this the right location? Please advise, Dan |
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Posted: 1/17/2020 10:07:55 AM EDT
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Any opposition to bringing my doge? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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For those of you watching the goings on in Virginia, I wanted to take a quick informal poll of who might be up for a meet up and hike. Our 1st hike will be: Date: February 1stTime: 11am Location: South Mountain Pima Canyon Trailhead Look forward to meeting all who can make it. |
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Posted: 1/17/2020 10:09:14 AM EDT
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Is AZ Battle Buddies more formalized than this thread yet? Might be beneficial to form local informal "squads." Unfortunately I work weekends right now, but I'd be down for some weekday hikes in north Maricopa County or central AZ, and I do know some legal shooting spots that can accomodate a group from pistol to precision rifle distance. |
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Posted: 1/17/2020 10:09:35 AM EDT
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I'm going to try to make this. I have other commitments during the day but I might be able to sneak out. |
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Posted: 1/18/2020 3:44:50 AM EDT
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I'll be there. Any planned distance?
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Posted: 1/18/2020 12:58:15 PM EDT
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Tagging this. I should be able to make it.
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Posted: 1/20/2020 2:47:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Any opposition to bringing my doge? I'm in |
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Posted: 1/21/2020 6:27:37 AM EDT
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I'll be there. Any planned distance? |
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Posted: 1/22/2020 1:23:15 AM EDT
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Thanks for getting this kicked off @AZNetEng.
Put me down for a maybe - I have to work overnight 1/31 so depending on how long it goes I may be in no shape to drive over and hike. I don't want to take away from the OP, but any thoughts on neighborhood/regional Battle Buddies? It seems like there are small pockets of us in all 4 corners of the valley plus some in the high country and Tucson - If we can get this going, I can see more frequent local / neighborhood meet-ups and maybe monthly or quarterly meet-ups of the larger group(s). My immediate area includes Picacho Peak, San Tan Regional park, Superstition, etc. |
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Posted: 1/22/2020 12:02:44 PM EDT
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Thanks for getting this kicked off @AZNetEng. Put me down for a maybe - I have to work overnight 1/31 so depending on how long it goes I may be in no shape to drive over and hike. I don't want to take away from the OP, but any thoughts on neighborhood/regional Battle Buddies? It seems like there are small pockets of us in all 4 corners of the valley plus some in the high country and Tucson - If we can get this going, I can see more frequent local / neighborhood meet-ups and maybe monthly or quarterly meet-ups of the larger group(s). My immediate area includes Picacho Peak, San Tan Regional park, Superstition, etc. |
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Posted: 1/22/2020 12:06:49 PM EDT
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Thanks for getting this kicked off @AZNetEng. Put me down for a maybe - I have to work overnight 1/31 so depending on how long it goes I may be in no shape to drive over and hike. I don't want to take away from the OP, but any thoughts on neighborhood/regional Battle Buddies? It seems like there are small pockets of us in all 4 corners of the valley plus some in the high country and Tucson - If we can get this going, I can see more frequent local / neighborhood meet-ups and maybe monthly or quarterly meet-ups of the larger group(s). My immediate area includes Picacho Peak, San Tan Regional park, Superstition, etc. I want to get together with the AZCDL and get a feel for their level of effort and commitment as well. I have quite a few ideas from my time spent here in Virginia on some things we should consider working on with our local politicians now. Ideally coming out of the hike we get a meeting together where we can spend more time getting to know one another. |
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Posted: 1/22/2020 12:18:35 PM EDT
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I like the regional idea. I just made an account on alltrails.com, and there is a lot more hiking close by than I realized (303/Happy Valley). Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Thanks for getting this kicked off @AZNetEng. Put me down for a maybe - I have to work overnight 1/31 so depending on how long it goes I may be in no shape to drive over and hike. I don't want to take away from the OP, but any thoughts on neighborhood/regional Battle Buddies? It seems like there are small pockets of us in all 4 corners of the valley plus some in the high country and Tucson - If we can get this going, I can see more frequent local / neighborhood meet-ups and maybe monthly or quarterly meet-ups of the larger group(s). My immediate area includes Picacho Peak, San Tan Regional park, Superstition, etc. |
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Posted: 1/22/2020 4:01:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I like the regional idea. I just made an account on alltrails.com, and there is a lot more hiking close by than I realized (303/Happy Valley). |
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Posted: 1/22/2020 10:30:09 PM EDT
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North valley has tons of hiking and shooting and hiking while shooting. Also shooting while hiking. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: I like the regional idea. I just made an account on alltrails.com, and there is a lot more hiking close by than I realized (303/Happy Valley).  
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Posted: 1/23/2020 12:14:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I like the regional idea. I just made an account on alltrails.com, and there is a lot more hiking close by than I realized (303/Happy Valley). Im right near 303/happy valley if you are ever down to hike. I had an accident this morning with my dog that has me hobbling around but I am game for hikes in the evening/weekends outside of this. |
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Posted: 1/23/2020 12:31:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: @spyderboy03 Im right near 303/happy valley if you are ever down to hike. I had an accident this morning with my dog that has me hobbling around but I am game for hikes in the evening/weekends outside of this. |
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Posted: 1/23/2020 2:54:30 PM EDT
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@spyderboy03 Im right near 303/happy valley if you are ever down to hike. I had an accident this morning with my dog that has me hobbling around but I am game for hikes in the evening/weekends outside of this. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: I like the regional idea. I just made an account on alltrails.com, and there is a lot more hiking close by than I realized (303/Happy Valley). Im right near 303/happy valley if you are ever down to hike. I had an accident this morning with my dog that has me hobbling around but I am game for hikes in the evening/weekends outside of this. |
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Posted: 1/26/2020 5:25:39 PM EDT
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Sorry guys, was going to go, but working an off-duty gig at the Stadium at 1500 hours. If we were going earlier...
I hike Squaw Peak every weekend, so an open invitation, 0630 hours, usually on Saturday. Gotta go early to beat the hordes heading up after it gets light. |
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Posted: 1/26/2020 10:12:30 PM EDT
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I am in a Prescott and down for hikes and shooting. Retired but family obligations would need some lead time. No Go for the 1st as have prior commitment. Also broken but working my way back so liking that others have expressed limitations. Not on ARF a lot but can be contacted by a few on this thread. Also a new HAM and GMRS license holder so I can talk about Commo.
Stay Safe Out There. F-M out. |
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Posted: 1/26/2020 11:35:50 PM EDT
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I should be able to make it, walked 2 miles with spyderboy03 today and that ended up being about the top range of my abilities. The location is a bit far, but as a 1 time thing to meet up with people, it shouldn't be too big of a deal. Speaking of travel, does anyone know if the new stretch of the 202 is open on the west side? Be nice to avoid the 10 as much as possible. Hopefully someone from the west/nw valley takes the reigns and gets something started out here to make it a shorter and easier drive.
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Posted: 1/27/2020 10:47:10 AM EDT
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Would go but that’s DB2020 so rain check here
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Posted: 1/27/2020 11:42:53 AM EDT
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Posting a checklist in the OP for this Saturday's hike.
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Posted: 1/27/2020 1:21:47 PM EDT
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No issues with cell coverage in that area. Looks like I will be able to make it. Any opposition to bringing kids along?
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Posted: 1/27/2020 5:47:25 PM EDT
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No issues with cell coverage in that area. Looks like I will be able to make it. Any opposition to bringing kids along? |
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Posted: 1/27/2020 6:00:31 PM EDT
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I think im in.
Might bring the dogs, not sure yet tho as one is a very herdy boy. |
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Posted: 1/27/2020 10:53:54 PM EDT
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I should be able to make it, walked 2 miles with spyderboy03 today and that ended up being about the top range of my abilities. The location is a bit far, but as a 1 time thing to meet up with people, it shouldn't be too big of a deal. Speaking of travel, does anyone know if the new stretch of the 202 is open on the west side? Be nice to avoid the 10 as much as possible. Hopefully someone from the west/nw valley takes the reigns and gets something started out here to make it a shorter and easier drive. |
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Posted: 1/27/2020 11:18:27 PM EDT
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202 is open. |
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Posted: 1/27/2020 11:52:53 PM EDT
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Do we have a head count so far?
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Posted: 1/28/2020 12:36:24 AM EDT
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Do we have a head count so far? |
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Posted: 1/28/2020 1:58:35 AM EDT
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I am in a Prescott and down for hikes and shooting. Retired but family obligations would need some lead time. No Go for the 1st as have prior commitment. Also broken but working my way back so liking that others have expressed limitations. Not on ARF a lot but can be contacted by a few on this thread. Also a new HAM and GMRS license holder so I can talk about Commo. Stay Safe Out There. F-M out. |
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Posted: 1/28/2020 6:21:20 PM EDT
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Headcount as of now is 9 with 2 potential members joining if time/schedule permits.
Survey for the site is scheduled for tomorrow morning. |
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Posted: 1/28/2020 6:47:46 PM EDT
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Headcount as of now is 9 with 2 potential members joining if time/schedule permits. Survey for the site is scheduled for tomorrow morning. |
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Posted: 1/28/2020 6:53:20 PM EDT
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I'll be there as well.
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Posted: 1/28/2020 9:47:51 PM EDT
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I’ll be there.
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Posted: 1/29/2020 10:20:47 AM EDT
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What do you need to know about it as ive hiked/biked there off and on for years. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Headcount as of now is 9 with 2 potential members joining if time/schedule permits. Survey for the site is scheduled for tomorrow morning. Total count now is 12 with 2 potentials. |
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Posted: 1/29/2020 10:45:05 AM EDT
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I’m a maybe. Will confirm either way tomorrow.
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Posted: 1/29/2020 11:34:05 AM EDT
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Mostly I want to get a feel for the terrain and the elevation changes. I talked to a buddy who is going to be joining us and he said it isn't terrible but he wouldn't classify it as an easy hike either. He also said it is very popular on weekends, so parking may be a bit of a challenge. Ill be selecting a meeting spot and grab coordinates to post. Total count now is 12 with 2 potentials. 
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Posted: 1/29/2020 1:43:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryYeah, and the road down the valley is flat, trails branch off from there. In the past for my quick and dirty I used to go down the road, the up the ridge line trail and loop back to the road.. that way i got some up down cardio.
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Posted: 1/29/2020 11:58:48 PM EDT
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I have mountain biked the desert classic trail here many times. Yes plenty of great hiking trails.
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Posted: 1/30/2020 7:15:33 PM EDT
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From the survey today...
The area has quite a bit of parking but being a Saturday expect it to be full. We will meet in the main parking lot at the trailhead. See pic below. Please plan to arrive approximately 1045 and we will depart no later than 1105. 
Our point of departure will be from these coordinates. 
The terrain on the mountain trails is a mix of rock and sand, with some steps here and there (stone). Our planned hike is: Marcos de Niza trail to the Beverly Canyon Trail. North on the Beverly Canyon Trail to the National Trail. East on the National Trail returning to the trail head. The hike distance total should be between 2 and 2.5 miles with a <300ft of elevation change from start to finish. I recommend good boots based on the terrain that I walked today. A walking stick may be handy for some that are not used to hiking mountainous terrain. I will plan on arriving at 10:30, and will have a bright orange shirt on with a tan Larue Tactical hat on. Looking forward to seeing everyone there. |
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Posted: 1/31/2020 5:36:49 PM EDT
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As of right now, im out.. wife gave me the head plague and it kicked in yesterday.
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Posted: 2/1/2020 12:11:32 AM EDT
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As of right now, im out.. wife gave me the head plague and it kicked in yesterday. |
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Posted: 2/1/2020 12:43:24 PM EDT
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I’ll be there.....I’m bringing 2 others.
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Posted: 2/1/2020 12:49:38 PM EDT
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I'll be there.....I'm bringing 2 others. |
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Posted: 2/1/2020 1:57:01 PM EDT
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I'm here. Walking to entrance. Had to park outside the park.
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Posted: 2/1/2020 2:12:40 PM EDT
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Couldn't find parking. I'll have to get to the next one.
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Posted: 2/1/2020 6:16:12 PM EDT
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Nice to meet you all. Couldn't do the entire thing due to a hurt flipper but got some time in. Excited for the next one. Thanks AZNetEng for setting this up.
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Posted: 2/1/2020 6:33:46 PM EDT
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Couldn't find parking. I'll have to get to the next one. |
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Posted: 2/1/2020 6:48:19 PM EDT
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AAR for todays hike...
Thanks to all that came out today. We had 15 total (yes, I counted Luna)! The good - We were easy to find. Apparently ARF members can sense one another in a small area! The trail was decent and not terribly crowded. The bad - Parking was miserable. By the time we left the park at 1pm it had emptied out a bit and there was decent parking at the trailhead. Noted so that if we do another hike here on a longer trail we will start it later! The ugly - I walked so slowly that I think most could have lapped me today! I'd like to make the next hike in 3 weeks and set a new area. If anyone has a favorite area and trail please let me know and Ill get the OP updated with Hike #2! |
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